1070 Cranston St.

401-780-6000

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Bereavement Support Group

Friday, Oct. 9 at 9:30 a.m.

A grief support group offers companionship and understanding from others who have faced a loss, and are experiencing similar challenges that living with grief brings. Our Bereavement Support Group meets on the second Friday of each month. We invite you to join us. Bring a friend if you would feel more comfortable. For more information, call our Social Services Division at 780-6200.

Where Does Food Come From?

Wednesday, Oct. 14 at 10 a.m.

URI SNAP-ED Program

Where does our food come from? What do we farm in Rhode Island? What foods do we get from other countries? Interesting questions to be answered and discussed at this informative presentation.

Art & Smoothies

Tuesday, Oct. 20 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

$30 per person (all materials included)

Can you paint? Of course you can! This is your chance to spend an evening painting your own creation. An artist from the Blue Door Studio will take you step by step to help you create a worthy “masterpiece” while channeling your inner artist. Learn tips to perfect your artworks as you relax and enjoy a refreshing smoothie. Bring a friend or come a meet a new one. For more information or to register, call 780-6216. Pre-registration and payment are necessary.

‘Ending Alzheimer’s Disease by 2025’

Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 7 p.m.

Cranston High School East

$25 for general admission

Dr. Rudolph E. Tanzi, a Cranston native and one of the world’s foremost Alzheimer’s disease researchers, is coming back to his hometown on Oct. 28 to benefit the Cranston Senior Enrichment Center with his presentation, “Ending Alzheimer’s Disease by 2025.” Tickets are $25 for general admission. The event will be held at Cranston High School East, Tanzi’s alma mater. Call 780-6000 for more information.